Sonographer - Per Diem
About The Position
Sutter Health is hiring a per diem Sonographer for PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD. Depending on level, the role performs routine and specialized diagnostic sonography procedures to produce quality images for healthcare providers to diagnose, treat, monitor, and prevent injury or disease. The Sonographer assesses and monitors patients, communicates effectively with patients, their support groups, and healthcare providers, and delivers accurate results in a timely manner while maintaining patient privacy and safety and complying with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures. Sonographer I performs routine examinations under close supervision or clearly defined procedures. Sonographer II works independently on routine and moderately complex procedures and may perform specific procedures or orient other staff. Sonographer III independently performs routine and highly complex procedures and may perform specific procedures or orient other staff. The position is scheduled for 8-hour day/evening shifts on variable days, with weekend work as needed.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or possession of ARDMS documentation evidencing completion of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
- Sonographer I: ARDMS certification within 90 days of hire; BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification upon hire.
- Sonographer II: ARDMS and BLS certification upon hire, plus two listed specialty certifications: AB-Abdomen, BR-Breast, FE-Fetal Echocardiography, OB/GYN, PS-Pediatric Sonography, or RVT-Registered Vascular Technician.
- Sonographer II: Two years of recent relevant experience.
- Sonographer III: ARDMS and BLS certification upon hire, plus three listed specialty certifications: AB-Abdomen, BR-Breast, FE-Fetal Echocardiography, OB/GYN, PS-Pediatric Sonography, or RVT-Registered Vascular Technician.
- Sonographer III: Five years of recent relevant experience.
- Knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, equipment, and the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment, at the level appropriate to the position.
- Understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology, at the level appropriate to the position.
- Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
- Time management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines.
- Computer application and information-system knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite, RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS, at the level appropriate to the position.
- Ability to protect the privacy of patient protected health information.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
- Sonographer II and III: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks amid interruptions.
- Sonographer III: Ability to help determine approaches for new assignments and resolve atypical or infrequent problems.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and specialized diagnostic sonography procedures and produce quality images for healthcare providers.
- Assess and monitor patients and communicate with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
- Deliver accurate examination results in a timely manner.
- Recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal results, as appropriate to the position level.
- Maintain patient privacy and safety and comply with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures.
- At Sonographer II or III level, may perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.
- At Sonographer III level, provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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